Obituaries

Paula J. Breitenstein Ruppert

Paula J. Breitenstein Ruppert

Oct 26, 2024

October 26, 1959, to October 26, 2024

 Paula Jean Breitenstein Ruppert, age 65, passed away on October 26, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents, Alberta and Paul Breitenstein; her Aunt Mary Breitenstein; her sister Carol DeMarcus; and her family by marriage, Konrad Ruppert and MaryLou Brewer. 

She is survived by her children, Shelli (David) Bury and son Max and...

Lloyd Eugene Myers

Lloyd Eugene Myers

Oct 26, 2024

Lloyd Eugene Myers, age 85 of Dayton, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2024. He was born January 9, 1939 in Miamisburg, Ohio, the son of the late Herman and Orpha Myers. Lloyd was a graduate of Miamisburg High School and a member of St. James United Methodist Church for many years. Lloyd served his country in the United States Army...

Nevaeh Jewel Irene Forrest

Nevaeh Jewel Irene Forrest

Oct 26, 2024

Our beloved Nevaeh Jewel Irene Forrest tragically left us on October 26, 2024, at the young age of 20. She had a strong passion for baking and a serious love for cats. She will be missed dearly by all of us because of her amazing sense of humor and her infectious laugh. 

Nevaeh is survived by a small village that included...

Marlin Lowell Kelly

Marlin Lowell Kelly

Oct 26, 2024

Marlin Lowell Kelly, age 90 of West Carrollton, passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024 in Franklin, Ohio. He was born on December 23, 1933, in Johnson County, Kentucky, to the late Lunda and Mona Kelly. Marlin lived a life marked by hard work, dedication, and service to both his family and his community.

Marlin owned and operated Kelly's Tree Service,...

Glenn A. Cox

Glenn A. Cox

Oct 26, 2024

Glenn A. Cox, age 73 of Dayton, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2024. He was born June 1, 1951 in Zimmerman, Ohio the son of Charles and Garnett Cox.

Glenn lived in Dayton his entire life and graduated from Wilbur Wright High School. He was a Custodian for Dayton Public Schools for 30+ years. Most recently, he retired from Fortis College....

Leslie Ann Tucker Weiser

Leslie Ann Tucker Weiser

Oct 25, 2024

Leslie Ann Tucker Weiser, age 58 of Kettering, passed away Friday, October 25, 2024 in Griffin, Georgia. She was born January 18, 1966 in Dayton, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents Wilton (Mary) Edwards and aunt Marsha Edwards. Leslie is survived by her mother Mary Jo Tucker; step-father Jack Tucker and family of South Carolina; partner...

Joseph Patrick Donovan

Joseph Patrick Donovan

Oct 25, 2024

Joseph ( Joe) Patrick Donovan, age 60 of Dayton, OH passed away at Hospice of Dayton, after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was proceeded in death by his Mother, Barbara Trybala.

Joe was born February 11,1964 in Garden Grove CA to Terrence and Barbara Donovan. Joe was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.

He is survived by his wife Donna, children:...

John Knisley

John Knisley

Oct 25, 2024

John K. Knisley, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away on October 25, 2024 in Troy, Ohio. He was born on February 16, 1952, in Dayton, Ohio, and he touched the lives of many throughout his 72 years.

John dedicated over 30 years of his life to his career as a Journeyman Tool and Die Maker, demonstrating his exceptional skills...

Guy B. Gifford

Guy B. Gifford

Oct 25, 2024

Guy B. Gifford, age 86, of Huber Heights, passed away on October 25, 2024. He was born on November 25, 1937 to the late George Gifford and Bertha E. Langston. He was an avid collector of classic cars, especially T-Birds.

In addition to his parents, Guy was preceded in death by his son, Gregory Gifford, his daughter, Gail Gifford, and his...

Shane Smith

Shane Smith

Oct 24, 2024

Shane Smith, a cherished local business owner, devoted husband, and beloved father, passed away on October , 2024 in Kettering, Ohio, at the age of 61. His journey began in Dayton, Ohio, on September 12, 1963, where he was born to Herman and Helen Smith, whose loving guidance shaped the man he would come to be.

Shane unwavering spirit and commitment...

Michael R. Douglas

Michael R. Douglas

Oct 24, 2024

Michael R. Douglas, age 77, of Dayton, passed away October 24, 2024. He was born April 26, 1947 in Sidney, Ohio to the late Ralph and Esther Douglas.

He is survived by his children: Joshua Douglas, Jon Douglas, Carrie Garland (Daniel), Hannah Mingle and Asia Mingle; and several grandchildren.

Mike was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served in Italy during...

Dennis R. Hays

Dennis R. Hays

Oct 24, 2024

Dennis Ray Hays, age 77, of Kettering passed away on October 24, 2024. He was born in Portsmouth on March 11, 1947 to the late Harold and Violet Hays. In addition to his parents, Dennis is preceded in death by his siblings, Lois Hays and Byron Hays.

He is survived by his wife, Llana; children, Shannon (Robert) Hays, Britten (Chris) Cooney;...

Robert Michael Riley

Robert Michael Riley

Oct 24, 2024

Robert Michael Riley, age 59 of Centerville, passed away unexpectedly on October 24, 2024. He was born on March 27, 1965, in Dayton, Ohio.

Robert was most recently employed with Sam's Club in Centerville, where he was known for his warm interactions with customers and colleagues alike. His great personality left a lasting impression on everyone he met, making him a...

Amy L. Wagerman

Amy L. Wagerman

Oct 24, 2024

Amy L. (Elder) Wagerman (67) of Centerville, Ohio passed away on October 24, 2024, from a 5-year long battle with Cancer and Advanced COPD. She leaves behind her Husband of 50 years Terry; her son Derrick (Jill); granddaughter, Grace; sisters Ann (Stan) Sparkman; Peggy Rogers; stepmother, Angi Elder; several nieces, nephews, cousins, stepbrothers, and stepsisters; brothers in law Bob; George...

Joan Reynolds

Joan Reynolds

Oct 24, 2024

Joan Reynolds, age 91 of Dayton, passed away Thursday, October 24, 2024 at Spring Hills Singing Woods Nursing Home. She was born May 6, 1933 in Pine Top, Kentucky the daughter of Farris and Mary Slone.

Joan was a devout member of House of Prayer Church of Old Regular Baptist for 56 years. She was a homemaker who gardened, baked and...

Adelia T. Sellers

Adelia T. Sellers

Oct 24, 2024

Adelia T. Sellers, age 91, of Huber Heights, passed away October 24, 2024. She was born February 13, 1933 in Rosales, Pangasinan, Philippines to the late Leonardo and Librada Tobias. In addition to her parents, Adelia was preceded in death by her son, John Sellers and several brothers.

Adelia is survived by her beloved husband of 69 years, Cornelius Sellers; son,...

Walter E. Brown Sr. "El" "Ole Bud" "Ole Coot" "Big Bird"

Walter E. Brown Sr. "El" "Ole Bud" "Ole Coot" "Big Bird"

Oct 23, 2024

Walter E. Brown Sr. "El" "Ole Bud" "Ole Coot" “Big Bird”, age 87 of Dayton, passed unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. He was born December 22, 1936 in Coaldale, West Virginia to the late Lloyd and Ethel Brown. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Willa Mae; two children, Zarak Payne and...

Dolores M. Muldoon

Dolores M. Muldoon

Oct 23, 2024

Dolores Muldoon, age 92 of Dayton, Ohio formerly of Northern Kentucky passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024. She was born December 15, 1931 in Covington, Kentucky daughter of the late Bud and Margaret Streitenberger. 

Dolores was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She graduated from Notre Dame Academy. She was a faithful member of...

Joyce G. Snell

Joyce G. Snell

Oct 23, 2024

Joyce G. Snell, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at The Laurels of West Carrollton. She was born on September 4, 1935 in Somerset, Kentucky, to the late Leo and Ella Gilliland.

Joyce led a life dedicated to her role as a homemaker, where she excelled in creating a warm and welcoming environment...

Trudice Laura Gottweis

Trudice Laura Gottweis

Oct 22, 2024

Trudice "Trudy" Laura Gottweis , age 69 of Dayton, passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at Kettering Health Dayton. She was born October 11, 1955 in Toronto, Canada, the daughter of the late John and Eila Virtannen. Trudy graduated from Brigham Young University, earning her Bachelors of Music, She also studied music at the Woburn Collegiate Institute of Music and...

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